Nick Mossbarger

Nick Mossbarger serves as a primary contracting professional within the U.S. Forest Service, supporting the agency’s mission to sustain forest ecosystems through strategic acquisition of critical infrastructure and operational services. He manages a diverse portfolio of construction and technical contracts aligned with ecological restoration, wildfire mitigation, and land management priorities. His acquisitions focus on mission-critical projects requiring precise engineering execution, including electrical systems for remote facilities and highway/bridge infrastructure in national forest territories. Mossbarger ensures compliance with federal procurement regulations while advancing the Forest Service’s goals for resilient landscapes and operational readiness. He maintains consistent working relationships with specialized contractors including Perimeter Solutions LP, Management & Engineering Technologies International Inc., Helicopter Transport Services, LLC, Aero-Flite, Inc., and Helicopter Express LLC. These partnerships reflect a reliance on firms capable of delivering technical, aviation, and field-based services in remote, environmentally sensitive areas. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, with a preference for vendors possessing proven expertise in wilderness logistics, aerial operations, and ecological compliance. Mossbarger’s procurement strategy reflects a balanced commitment to small business participation, with approximately half of his acquisitions set aside for total small businesses under FAR 19.5, and the other half awarded without set-aside to ensure competitive flexibility. This pattern supports both socioeconomic goals and operational urgency, enabling access to niche capabilities while fostering a robust small business ecosystem aligned with federal sustainability mandates. His primary NAICS focus areas—238210 for electrical contracting and 237310 for highway, street, and bridge construction—reveal deep expertise in infrastructure development tailored to federal land management needs. He procures specialized services such as power distribution systems for ranger stations, trail and access road rehabilitation, and erosion control structures, requiring technical knowledge of USDA environmental standards and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance. His work ensures that physical infrastructure supports both ecological integrity and public access across the National Forest System.